
A guide to living in Northamptonshire
Excellent
60.3%
Very Good
33.9%
Average
3.1%
Disappointing
0.4%
Very poor
2.2%
Best places to live in Northamptonshire
How is ranking calculated?HomeViews Top Rated Development ranking takes into account the Star Rating and the amount of verified reviews over the past 12 months.
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Leaf Living at Western Gate, NN7
By Leaf Living
4.82
(9 reviews)
Ranked 1st out of 15 in Northamptonshire

Heartlands at Priors Hall Park, NN17
By Jelson Homes
4.20
(15 reviews)
Ranked 2nd out of 15 in Northamptonshire

Woodland Valley, NN14
By Persimmon Homes
4.15
(10 reviews)
Ranked 3rd out of 15 in Northamptonshire

Mountcroft, NN6
By Jelson Homes
4.10
(9 reviews)
Ranked 4th out of 15 in Northamptonshire

Wendelburie Rise, NN8
By Bovis Homes
4.09
(17 reviews)
Ranked 5th out of 15 in Northamptonshire
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Featured developments in Northamptonshire
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Latest Reviews in Northamptonshire
224 total reviews
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Reviews marked with a green tick show tenants whose residency we have been able to verify. Those that could not be verified are marked 'unverified'.
Harry M (Tenant)
Unverified
Lloyds Living at Overstone Gate, NN6
Aug 2026
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Amazing Experience
Harry M (Tenant)
Unverified
Lloyds Living at Overstone Gate, NN6
Aug 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The property is within walking distance to an Aldi and close to Northampton town centre. There is a bus stop across the road and taxis are easily available.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Happy with everything, shivani was great and explained everything on viewing and move in
What is the best feature of your home:
My favourite features are the spacious garden, the parking and the garage.
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Ellie Asani (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Leaf Living at Western Gate, NN7
Jul 2026
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Great experience overall.
Ellie Asani (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Leaf Living at Western Gate, NN7
Jul 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Compared to where we came from, this is so close to shops and restaurants. Very nice calm traffic as well. Families around and my kids can connect and play with others.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
We haven’t had any problems as far as we know lol.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
I wish I had known that the house next door to us has the same price but more spacious garden. I would have gone for that one.
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
D P (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Leaf Living at Western Gate, NN7
Jul 2026
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Great property!
D P (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Leaf Living at Western Gate, NN7
Jul 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Lovely area to live in. Clean and quiet. The area is still developing so there are no convenience shops/parks nearby as of yet but I’m sure there will be. Good parking and great neighbours too
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Yes - all issues have been responded to and resolved.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Council tax rates - the property was not banded at the time we moved in.
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Dorcas Marfo (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Leaf Living at Western Gate, NN7
Jul 2026
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Best letting consultant
Dorcas Marfo (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Leaf Living at Western Gate, NN7
Jul 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The area is a lovely place to live, with a good range of local shops, supermarkets, cafés and restaurants all within a short drive. There are plenty of parks and open green spaces nearby, making it ideal for families and outdoor activities. Transport links are excellent, with easy access to major roads and regular bus services, making commuting convenient. The street itself is quiet, friendly and well maintained. Parking has generally been good, bin collections are reliable, and I have not experienced any significant anti-social behaviour. Traffic noise is minimal, creating a peaceful environment to live in. Overall, it’s a safe, convenient and welcoming neighbourhood that I would happily recommend.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
The building management has always been responsive, professional and helpful whenever I have raised any questions or concerns. Any issues were acknowledged promptly, communication was clear throughout, and they worked to resolve matters as quickly and efficiently as possible. Overall, I have been pleased with the level of service and support provided.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
I wish I had known before moving in how responsive, professional, and supportive the building management team is\. Any questions or concerns are acknowledged promptly, communication is clear throughout, and issues are resolved quickly and efficiently, which would have made the move\-in process even more reassuring\.
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
M (Tenant)
Unverified
Leaf Living at Western Gate, NN7
Jun 2026
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
More than happy with my leaf living home
M (Tenant)
Unverified
Leaf Living at Western Gate, NN7
Jun 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Excellent links to the M1 Shops & supermarket close by It will be beneficial once there are local shops on the development
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Yes as mentioned I had to contact the out of hours team.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Perhaps if you are situated close to social housing
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
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